Virat Kohli’s return to domestic one day cricket has raised new questions about his ODI future. Fans are wondering if he is preparing for the 2027 World Cup after featuring in the Vijay Hazare Trophy following a long break.
Rajkumar Sharma’s Big Statement
Kohli’s childhood coach, Rajkumar Sharma, feels the former India captain is still ready for the world stage. He said Kohli remains the most dependable ODI batter in India. He added that Kohli looked comfortable even after returning to domestic cricket.
Kohli’s Current Focus on ODI Format
Kohli has retired from T20 Internationals and Test cricket. His full focus is now on ODIs, similar to Rohit Sharma. This plan hints that Kohli wants to manage fitness, stay fresh, and extend his ODI career.
Domestic Cricket as Preparation
His decision to play domestic cricket seems like preparation for upcoming international matches. Although his Vijay Hazare Trophy game was behind closed doors, it still drew major attention online and among experts.
Milestones and Career Longevity
Kohli recently crossed 16,000 runs in List A cricket. This milestone proves his consistency and strength in the 50 over format. It also shows why many believe he can play until 2027.
Chances of Playing the 2027 World Cup
There is no official confirmation yet about Kohli’s plans. Still, his fitness, ODI form, workload management, and support from his coach are keeping the discussion alive. For now, Kohli remains committed to the ODI format and plans to stay match ready through domestic matches.
Virat Kohli’s Coach Rajkumar Sharma on Virat Kohli, his commitment & 2027 World Cup. (ANI).
– He said “Virat Kohli is fully ready for the 2027 World Cup”.
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) December 25, 2025
